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Bob Collins Notable

b. September 18, 1909 · Chicago Cubs 1940, New York Yankees 1944

Bob Collins divided five seasons between two clubs as a catcher: the Chicago Cubs from 1940, then the New York Yankees through 1944.

Across 50 games he batted .211, with 26 hits and 11 runs. He finished with 1 home run, 3 doubles and 4 stolen bases.

He played 45 games behind the plate, with 138 putouts and 8 errors. He turned 3 double plays.

He was born in Pittsburgh, PA, USA on September 18, 1909, and died on April 19, 1969. He batted right-handed and threw right-handed.

Batting, season by season

YearTeam GABR H2B3B HRRBIBB SOSBAVG
1940 CHC 471201125 301 1414184 .208
1944 NYY 3301 000 0100 .333
Career 501231126 301 1415184 .211

On this day & linked events

1909

Born September 18, 1909

Pittsburgh, PA, USA

1969

Died April 19, 1969